Posted 18 days ago
Description
About Us
Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid‑North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub‑tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages. KSC manages $1.8 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, working closely with the community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.
We are progressing a multi‑year capital delivery program to upgrade and construct new water, wastewater and waste infrastructure across the Macleay Valley. The program includes new and upgraded water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, trunk mains, pump stations, reticulation network renewals, waste facility improvements, leachate management upgrades, and environmental compliance and resilience‑driven infrastructure projects.
About The Role
We are seeking three (3) Utilities Project Site Surveillance Officers to support the onsite delivery of this major program. You will act as Council’s eyes and technical presence on‑site, ensuring contractor works are delivered safely, to standard and in accordance with design, environmental and contractual requirements. The role is hands‑on, working across multiple active construction sites, engaging directly with contractors, reporting progress, verifying quality and providing critical surveillance to support successful project outcomes.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Conduct routine site surveillance, inspections and quality assurance.
- Review drawings and contractor submittals for compliance and constructability.
- Maintain site diaries, photographic evidence and QA documentation to monitor project progress and support PMO reporting.
- Verify ITPs, hold/witness points, NCR close‑out and testing records prior to acceptance.
- Support WHS and environmental compliance monitoring on construction sites.
- Liaise with Project Managers and Council Operations teams to flag risks early.
- Assist commissioning and handover activities including asset readiness validation.
- Ensure contractor adherence to approved WHS and Environmental Management Plans, including erosion/sediment controls, pollution prevention and community impact mitigation.
About You
Essential
- Trade qualification (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fabrication) or equivalent experience.
- Construction Induction Card & Class C driver’s licence.
- Significant experience on medium to large construction projects.
- Ability to read drawings, identify non‑compliance and document site progress.
- Confidence liaising with contractors and raising non‑conformances.
Highly Regarded
- Confined space, working at heights or relevant RII tickets.
- Familiarity with GC21 or similar contract frameworks.
Benefits Of Working For Kempsey Shire Council
- Shape major water, wastewater and waste assets that directly serve the community.
- Have a supportive Program Manager and PMO environment with professional development support.
- Competitive salary package + 35‑hour week and RDOs.
- Work‑life balance.
- Opportunity to take ownership of project delivery activities, not just administration.
- 3‑year role with strong growth potential.
- A fantastic lifestyle and work‑life balance on the beautiful Mid‑North Coast.
How To Apply
Please apply via Council’s website . You will be required to prepare and submit:
• A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description);
• Your current resume.
Application Deadline
Applications Close: COB Friday, 16 January 2026. Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Other Information
Have questions? Please contact Eric Nielson – Program Manager, for a confidential discussion on phone: 02 6566 3200.
Pre‑employment medical assessment is a requirement of KSC’s recruitment process for this position.
Current immunisations against tetanus, Hepatitis A & B and Q Fever or willingness to obtain these vaccinations is a requirement of KSC’s recruitment process for this position.
If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email .
Equal Opportunity
Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values‑led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities.
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